Boss DB90 Dr. Beat Metronome

by BOSS

Product Features

• Trigger input to access unique Rhythm Coach exercises
• MIDI in for syncing to external sequencer tempos
• PCM sounds with
• 50 memories
• Human-voice count

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.5 x 4.8 x 14.8 inches ; 15.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B000ATOFS4
• Item model number: DB-90
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #822 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
  • #9 in Musical Instruments > Instrument Accessories > General Accessories > Metronomes

Product Description

Practice in style with the flagship of the Dr. Beat Metronome line. The new DB-90 is loaded with quality sounds and drum patterns to make your practice sessions less mundane and more musical. Theres a Rhythm Coach function with an onboard mic, a reference-tone function for tuning, an Instrument input, MIDI input, and other handy tools to make learning fun and effective. The most advanced metronome available Trigger input to access unique Rhythm Coach exercises MIDI in for syncing to external sequencer tempos PCM sounds with drum machine style patterns 50 memories Human-voice count Better Beats, Better PracticeThe Note Mixing function allows you to instantly create a variety of beats by adjusting the levels of five different note values. Front-panel sliders, buttons, and a large rotary dial provide instant, hands-on access to edit parameters. Select four different click sounds, including a human voice-counting sound that will help you know your place in the bar. The DB-90 is also equipped with realistic PCM drum patterns, for developing your accuracy and rhythmic feel effectively. Plug Into Rhythm CoachExpand your rhythmic horizons with Rhythm Coach. This innovative follow-along feature has four training modes to help build your accuracy, speed, and endurance. With the DB-90s onboard microphone, you can use the Rhythm Coach functions with acoustic drums, or plug a Roland V-Pad into the Trigger input. Play along, and chart your progress. Many UsesDrummers can connect to the DB-90 via Roland V-Pads or the internal microphone. Guitarist and bassist can directly plug into the DB-90 without any other gear required, and monitor via connected headphones practically any type of instrumentalist can benefit from the DB-90s features. And for those who wish to sync to an external sequencer for more elaborate accompaniment, they can do so with the DB-90s MIDI input. This stage-oriented feature is especially useful for drummers.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars versatile professional tool, May 1, 2009

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K. Lee (Long Beach, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Boss DB90 Dr. Beat Metronome (Electronics)

When my decades old Seth Thomas metronome sprung its spring, it was time to move in to the new century. Based on multiple reviews of this instrument and others, I opted for this (and I got the power supply, too, to save batteries). Even though I have not yet used all of the powerful features of this metronome, I love everything about it thus far. It is easy to use. It adjusts in multiple ways, making it fully adaptable to the way and volume level that works best for me to hear and keep the beat. After only a couple of times, I found that I can easily make any adjustments with one hand - not needing to wrangle with the metronome in order to get the setting I need. And I love the "tap" feature that lets me choose the tempo without dialing to the exact beats per second setting. I would highly recommend this fine instrument to any one who is serious about practice.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great teaching tool!, October 23, 2008

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W. Kumer "flute teacher" (Pittsburgh, PA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Boss DB90 Dr. Beat Metronome (Electronics)

This is the third version of this product that I have purchased over the last 15 years. It is an excellent teaching tool for me as well as my flute students.
The talking beats, rhythmic subdivisions, meter choices, and dialing tempi make it simple to use.
I highly recommend this metronome to all teachers and musicians who can afford it.

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Metronome, April 12, 2008

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Vendela (Cincinnati, OH) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Boss DB90 Dr. Beat Metronome (Electronics)

Great metronome. It's a little bulky to carry around, but it's worth it because it does everything to help make your practicing more efficient.

The Metronome has 4 different 'voices' (one is a human voice), pitch generator that plays any pitch in multiple octaves, and easy access to subdivision. The subdivision buttons can do strong beats, off beats, sixteens, triplets, or any combination. In addition, it has the capability to be programed for your unique beat pattern, and much, much more!